​Island Retreat- Private Heated Pool and Short Walk to Beach!

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A pool area with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a barbecue grill.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen in the background.
A multi-story residential building with a balcony on the second floor, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
A coastal residential area with houses featuring balconies and a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Bradenton Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest bathroom

Half bathroom

Master bathroom

Master bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony

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About the area

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Island Retreat- Stunning 4 bedroom with private heated pool and walk to beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at ​Island Retreat- Private Heated Pool and Short Walk to Beach!?

As of 1 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ​Island Retreat- Private Heated Pool and Short Walk to Beach! on 7 November 2026 start from NZ$5,914, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Island Retreat- Stunning 4 bedroom with private heated pool and walk to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Island Retreat- Stunning 4 bedroom with private heated pool and walk to beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island Retreat- Stunning 4 bedroom with private heated pool and walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Retreat- Stunning 4 bedroom with private heated pool and walk to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Retreat- Stunning 4 bedroom with private heated pool and walk to beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach Beaches. Manatee Public Beach and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway 2024

Enjoyable stay, close to beach
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2024
Hi Michael- Thank you so much for your 5 star review and we are glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope to have you again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

Great location and house. Great pool area
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2025
Dear Lynne, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your vacation and we truly hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was wonderful! We were there for 3 weeks and enjoyed every minute. We had family and friends stay with us at various times and there was plenty of room for everyone. The pool was great and we loved the shade. The beach was only 2 short blocks away and an easy walk. We already booked this house for next year.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2026
Hi Catherine, Thank you so much for your 5 star review and we are happy to hear you had a great stay at Island Retreat. We look forward to having you again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house and perfect location

House was amazing, pool and tiki bar were just absolutely gorgeous, very quick walk to beach! We had an amazing time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2023
Hi Ryan- Thank you so much for your great review. I'm happy to hear you and your family had an amazing time. See you soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home! Perfect for our family & great location

Enjoyed our stay here. It was a beautiful clean home that was just the right size for our group. Quick walk to the beach that was never super crowded like other parts of the beach. and the pool was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2024
Hi Sheila- Thank you so much for your 5 star review. We are happy you and your family had a great week. We look forward to having you again next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay at the beach

Great spot and nice location. Pool was a blast. Could use some additional hangers in the closets.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House and Location

This was our first time on AMI. The house was in a perfect location and well decorated
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Hi Keith- Thank you so much for your 5 star review. We are happy to hear you had a great time and we look forward to seeing you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Island retreat

Excellent property, beautiful location, slow golf cart.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2023
HI Angela- Thanks for your 5 star review and happy to hear you enjoyed the property. Also, we confirmed there were no issues with the gold cart as it only goes 18-20 mph and will not go the speed limit of 25 mph. We hope to see you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Beautiful house with great amenities. Short walk to beach and free trolley to get around the island if you don’t like driving. Nice pool to lounge in after a hot day at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach house!

We couldn’t have enjoyed our stay more at this beautiful home in Holmes Beach! We had a total of 6 people with small children and it was perfect! The location was PERFECT as well. The beach and the best coffee shops are within walking distance. We will be back in a heart beat! We had the best time exploring Anna Maria Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 February 2024
Wow- Thank you for your 5 star review and we are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. It is a stunning property and we will see you again next year!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation stay

Access to beach was great. Had cart and umbrellas there. Somethings needed cleaned better and updated. Some small repairs. Upstairs railing wasn’t connected. Toilet seats were very old and chipping. Some beach chairs in back were broken and rusting away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Hi Paul- Thanks for your 4 star review. I'm glad you had a great time. Thanks for your feedback and we will make sure all of this is taken care of as soon as possible. We look forward to having you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House is nice but appliances very dated and nonfunctional.

The house itself was clean and just as advertised. The appliances however, were dated. The washing machine wasn’t functioning properly and did not clean our clothes. The property manager was quick to offer free same day laundry service which was very much appreciated. When we arrived, we found the door handle to the kitchen door leading to balcony was not secure and almost falling off which again was fixed quickly when we called the property manager. Lastly the kitchen appliances and tools were dated and need to be replaced. Overall we had a great time. We just felt some upgrades should be done for the amount of money we spent to rent for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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